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William Lowes Obituary

Lowes, William J. CLIFTON PARK, N.Y. William J. Lowes, "Bill," age 73, much loved husband of Carol Ann Cipullo Lowes, died Wednesday, December 30, 2009 in his Clifton Park home after a long illness. This gentle man worked at the John A. Manning Paper Company in Green Island from the time he graduated from high school, interrupted by a stint in the United States Army in Korea. In 1971, he went to work for the telephone company. He retired from Verizon six years ago and enjoyed life with his family - boating, camping, fishing, and going to family events. Survivors, in addition to his wife, are three daughters, Kathleen A. (Kelly T.) Sanvidge of Troy, Mary Beth Melton of Melbourne, Australia and Christina Lowes of the Bronx; four beautiful granddaughters, Madeline Mae, Natalie Joy, Aisling Anne, and Madeleine Olive; several nieces and nephews including, Donald (Marian) Smith; many faithful friends; and his precious dog, Buster. Funeral will be held Saturday at 8:30 a.m. from the Gordon C. Emerick Funeral Home, 1550 Rt. 9 in Clifton Park, thence to St. Augustine's Church in Lansing-burgh where at 9:30 a.m. the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated with Fr. James T. Spenard, OSA, pastor as celebrant. Calling hours will be from 4-8 p.m. Friday in the funeral home. Interment will be in Jonesville Cemetery, Jonesville, N.Y. Contributions are most welcome in his name to the Kidney and Urology Foundation of America, 152 Madison Avenue, Suite 201, New York, NY 10016 or to the American Heart Association, 440 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY 12205.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Dec. 31, 2009 to Jan. 1, 2010.

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January 2, 2010

Dear Lowes family,we are so sad to hear of Billy's passing. I worked with him about 18 years at Verizon. He was always pleasant,kind,happy a great worker and always a gentleman. He spoke of his family often and his bride, Carol Ann, you could see the pride and love in his eyes for all of you. He will be missed by many friends and family but not forgotten. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Liz and Dan Morrissey, Simpsonville, S.C.

Lynne & Sam Barr

January 1, 2010

Dear Carol Ann and family,
Sam & I were so very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. In the brief time we had known your dear husband, we found him to be such a kind and gentle soul. It was evident he was a loving husband, father, and grandfather to all of you who cared and loved him. God bless and keep him. You are all in our prayers.

Mike Casey

January 1, 2010

Mr. Lowes,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the U.S. Army in Korea during the Cold War. Millions of Americans slept safe at night because you and your fellow servicemen stood ready to defend our Country. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Pete & Karen Fox

December 31, 2009

Dear Carol Ann and family,

We are so sorry to hear of Bill's death and know that he will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

December 31, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Bill was a kind and sweet man. He had such a nice smile. It was nice working with him at Verizon. Bill will not be forgotten. Lynn Waters, Schenectady, New York

Gordon & Janet Light

December 31, 2009

Hi Kathleen. Both Jan and I are sorry about the loss of your Dad. We are sorry we can't be with you at this time in your life. We are in Brandt Lake for the weekend. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

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